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Old 05-19-2009, 03:57 PM   #38 (permalink)
Nevyn
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Originally Posted by Ptero View Post
COASTING IN NEUTRAL WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
Never do this. Always "coast" in drive. Why? Because the pump that lubricates the bearings in most automatic transmissions is driven by the rear wheels, not the engine. If you have been doing this, you should sell your car.
I have to disagree with this. My rear wheels have NOTHING to do with my transmission. 95% of us with autos have FWD, and rear wheels don't do a thing for the transmission.
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